Ruby Dee
Birthday
1922-10-27
Death date
2014-06-11
Place of Birth
Cleveland, Ohio, USA
Biography:
Ruby Dee was an American actress, poet, playwright, screenwriter, journalist, and civil rights activist. She originated the role of "Ruth Younger" in the stage and film versions of A Raisin in the Sun. Her other notable film roles include The Jackie Robinson Story and Do the Right Thing.